MGM+ Robin Hood Series Has Climbed Into Top 10
The action-adventure series has gained popularity following the release of the film The Uprising.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Action/Adventure
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The 2025 MGM+ Robin Hood series has secured a spot among the platform's top 10 most-watched programs globally and in the United States. Following this strong performance, the network has officially greenlit the show for a second season.
Why it matters
The surge in viewership is linked to increased audience interest in the legendary outlaw, which was bolstered by the recent release of the film The Uprising directed by Paul Greengrass.
The show is a 10-part series currently holding the No. 7 spot in worldwide viewership on MGM+ and No. 9 in the United States. This performance outpaces other catalog titles like The Last Samurai, which currently sits at No. 10.
The players
Jack Patten
He is the actor who portrays the lead character Rob in the MGM+ series.
Sean Bean
He is a veteran actor who plays the antagonist, the Sheriff of Nottingham.
Paul Greengrass
He is the director of the film The Uprising which helped drive interest in the series.
MGM+
This is the premium television network and streaming service that hosts the series.
The details
Starring Jack Patten as Rob and Sean Bean as the Sheriff of Nottingham, the series tracks an outlaw who robs from the rich and gives to the poor while being pursued by authorities. The narrative momentum is further supported by the film The Uprising, which includes an epilogue framing its protagonist as the inspiration for the Robin Hood myth.
Timeline
The Peasants' Revolt occurred in England in 1381.
The Robin Hood series made its debut on MGM+ on November 2, 2025.
The series reached top 10 status on the platform by October 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The series' success reflects a growing trend in Hollywood where interconnected cinematic epilogues drive traffic to episodic streaming content. By leveraging the thematic legacy of the Peasants' Revolt of 1381, producers are creating cohesive brand universes that bridge film and television success.
Viewers can watch the 10-part series by accessing MGM+ or The Roku Channel. The recent renewal ensures that subscribers can look forward to a second season of the production in the future.
The takeaway
The series demonstrates how integrated cinematic release strategies can successfully boost viewership for related television content. Fans of the character can expect the story to continue as the network prepares for a multi-year production cycle for the second season.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by CBR.
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